I got laid off from Meta 3 years ago and spiraled. Here's why it was a blessing in disguise — and what I wish someone had told me then.

Source: Business Insider

Emily Pitcher says a conversation with a Meta employee changed how she felt about her layoff. Courtesy Emily PitcherEmily Pitcher was laid off from her content design job at Meta in 2023. After struggling to find another job, she pivoted to indie game development and content creation.